Texoma Hero SSgt James Haun
US Marine Corps
MRC – Mike Moore
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Mission Summary |
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| Mission Name | Texoma Hero, SSgt James A. Haun USMC (Ret.) | |
| Classification | Celebration for a Texoma living Hero. | |
| Mission Summary | Riders will stage at the VFW Post to be briefed about this True American Hero who will be present to receive the Ambassador of Peace Award from the Republic of Korea. This will be a surprise for him. We will be presenting two gifts as well. | |
| Photo Permission | Yes | |
| MRC | Mike Moore
(817) 228-3240 |
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Part 1 |
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| Segment | Celebration at VFW Post | |
| Mission Date | Friday 2024-04-26 | |
| Staging Time | 1100 | |
| Starting Time | 1130 | |
| Staging Point | VFW Post in Sherman | |
| Staging Address | 1707 Baker Rd Sherman, Texas 75090 |
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| Map Link | Map to Staging | |
| Part 1 Details | We will set our flag line and be standing “tall and silent” to honor this 95-year-old as he arrives for this ceremony. We will go in and participate in this celebration and offer a gift or two of our own. Riders are welcome to stay as long as they wish, shake his hand and help say “thank you” to a member of the “Greatest Generation” for all he has given to keep our nation free. We will not have a debrief, riders will be free to leave at any time after the presentations.
SSgt Haun’s awards and decorations include, |
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| Support | Flags only; please bring your own water. Duane Ormsby | |
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Included are some potential safety concerns to be aware of, however this does not include the full scope of all potential hazards.
Anyone attending any North Texas Patriot Guard Riders mission understands that they do so at their own risk.
High Temperatures
It’s every RIDER’S PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY to hydrate prior to attending a mission.
Begin drinking water the night before. Drink water when you wake up and continue drinking water all day to ensure your body stays hydrated. It should be noted that excessive use of alcohol, coffee, tea, or sodas act as diuretics and tend to dehydrate rather than hydrate. The use of Powerade or Gatorade or any of the small packets of powder designed to help replace the electrolytes lost from perspiration is important. The use of cooling towels is important also as they tend to help keep your body temperature down.
If at any time you feel the need, let someone know that you are stepping away from the Flag Line, and find a cool spot to get out of the heat. Don’t wait until your body collapses. It is much easier to take a seat and get a cold towel rather than to call EMS for heat stroke. The family will understand. If this does occur, please have your emergency card on you so that we can notify a family member. Hope-fully the break will be all you need. Secondly, if you are riding a bike, please be sure to hydrate again before making the ride home. Take another 10-15 minutes to cool down then start the ride. Ideally, stop at an air-conditioned restaurant for something to eat.
Funeral Processions/Escorts
EVERY RIDER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for their own safety at all times while riding in a funeral procession.
At NO TIME are any riders authorized to block any intersection or otherwise block or impede traffic laws in any way. Only Law Enforcement officials are authorized to block and/or impeded the lawful flow of traffic.
If you choose to fly a flag on your bike you are SOLELY RESPONSIBLE for ensuring it is secured and not a danger to any other rider or traffic.